Mohamed Nabil Bahnasy
Bilingual English Teacher & Arabic–English Interpreter
Alexandria, Egypt | Irish–Egyptian (EU Passport)
Summary
Bilingual English–Arabic educator and certified interpreter with 8+ years of experience across legal, medical, and academic settings. Currently teaching at GEMS Alexandria Academy, delivering engaging, Cambridge-aligned lessons that improve literacy, engagement, and classroom outcomes. Combines strong communication expertise with structured, learner-focused teaching practices. Actively pursuing a PGCE to further develop professional teaching standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Reading & Literacy Teacher (Library Programme)
GEMS Alexandria Academy
08.2025 - Current
- Deliver structured reading sessions for Years 3–5 in a library-based environment
- Guide students through shared texts, encouraging interpretation and discussion
- Facilitate student-led debates, exploring characters, themes, and viewpoints
- Develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, and confidence in expression
English Language Teacher
GEMS Alexandria Academy
08.2024 - Current
- Teach English to Year 5 students under the Cambridge curriculum.
- Deliver lessons focused on literacy, writing, and communication skills
- Maintain strong classroom engagement across 20–25 students
- Use interactive strategies to support comprehension and participation
Interpreter & Translator
Freelance
01.2016 - Current
- Interpreting in legal, medical, and embassy contexts (Arabic ↔ English) with over 10 years of experience.
- Worked with agencies including Language Interpreters Ltd., Silent Sounds, and Big Word.
- Trusted by solicitors, courts, and embassies for precise communication and cultural mediation.
Interpreter & Translator
Freelance
01.2016 - Current
- Interpreting in legal, medical, and embassy contexts (Arabic ↔ English) with over 10 years of experience.
- Worked with agencies including Language Interpreters Ltd., Silent Sounds, and Big Word.
- Trusted by solicitors, courts, and embassies for precise communication and cultural mediation.
ESL Instructor (B1–C1)
Arab Academy for Science and Technology
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Focused on fluency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Adapted lessons to suit diverse learning needs and goals.
- Established clear objectives for lessons and units to communicate objectives to 40 students per semester.
- Delivered and developed lesson plans by using a broad range of teaching techniques and strategies.
- Designed assessments that accurately measured student progress, providing valuable feedback for improvement.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.
English Language Tutor – Arabic-Speaking Students
Freelance
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Delivered conversation-based English sessions to Arabic speakers in the UK.
- Developed tailored lesson plans focused on cultural integration and fluency.
- Sponsored several student activities and clubs, dedicating over 20 hours per week outside regular school hours.
Education
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) - Educational Leadership And Management
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, United Kingdom04-2026
BSc Business Administration - Marketing
Arab Academy for Science & Technology
Alexandria, Egypt01-2012
Skills
ESL Instruction
Cambridge Curriculum
Bilingual Communication
Translation & Interpreting
Websites
Language Services
Interpreter & Translator
Freelance | 2016 – Present
- Interpreting in legal, medical, and embassy contexts (Arabic ↔ English) with over 10 years of experience.
- Worked with agencies including Language Interpreters Ltd., Silent Sounds, and Big Word.
- Trusted by solicitors, courts, and embassies for precise communication and cultural mediation.
Certification
- 48 CPD Hours – Level 6 DPSI Qualification (Chartered Institute of Linguists, UK)
Interests
Cycling, hiking, human psychology self-study
Timeline
Reading & Literacy Teacher (Library Programme)
GEMS Alexandria Academy
08.2025 - Current
English Language Teacher
GEMS Alexandria Academy
08.2024 - Current
ESL Instructor (B1–C1)
Arab Academy for Science and Technology
06.2024 - 08.2024
English Language Tutor – Arabic-Speaking Students
Freelance
12.2022 - 12.2023
Interpreter & Translator
Freelance
01.2016 - Current
Interpreter & Translator
Freelance
01.2016 - Current
BSc Business Administration - Marketing
Arab Academy for Science & Technology
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) - Educational Leadership And Management
Liverpool John Moores University